Zelenskyy Rejects Russia’s Victory Day Ceasefire Proposal

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy rejected Russia’s proposed Victory Day ceasefire, calling it a symbolic move rather than a serious peace initiative. Ukrainian officials said fighting continued in several frontline regions despite Moscow’s announcement of a temporary truce. Western nations urged both sides to resume direct peace talks as concerns grew over the continuing humanitarian crisis and rising casualties caused by the prolonged Russia-Ukraine conflict.